In the ever-evolving landscape of fitness, the modern gym experience is taking a quantum leap beyond the conventional. Envision a space where your health and performance are not only nurtured but meticulously optimised. We’ve made this ‘vision’ come to life, through the harmonious collaboration of on-site allied health professionals—physiotherapists and massage therapists—working hand-in-hand with personal trainers at Visions.
Our new treatment room at Visions offers you the chance to properly integrate your allied health consultations into your everyday gym routine.
Below, we’ll delve into the myriad benefits of this dynamic alliance and why it's a game-changer for your fitness journey. But first, meet our two new allied health professionals ready to help take your health and fitness to the next level.
Meet Dr Mark Merolli
university lecturer
owner of Technological Physio with 17 years experience in musculoskeletal and sports medicine
and our on-site physiotherapist at Visions!
Book an appointment with Mark, below.
Meet Brendan Cole, OLY
Olympian and Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist
20+ years experience in remedial and sports massage therapy, pilates and strength and conditioning coaching.
and our on-site massage therapist!
Book at appointment with Brendan, below.
5 Benefits of On-site Physiotherapists + Massage Therapists at Your Gym
1. A More Comprehensive Approach to Fitness:
Imagine a gym where fitness and allied health converge seamlessly. It’s very uncommon - but imagine no more! At Visions, with physiotherapists, massage therapists and personal trainers working in tandem, you step into a comprehensive wellness hub.
The fusion of physiotherapy/massage therapy services with personal training results in a personalised fitness roadmap that won’t just aid rehabilitation post-injury, but more generally optimise your performance in the gym. This holistic approach takes into account your unique body mechanics, previous injuries, your current physical limitations and your future aspirations.
A comprehensive approach to fitness does not stand still - it is dynamic. With on-site health professionals and personal trainers working together, you benefit from continuous monitoring and adjustments to your fitness plan. As you get stronger, fitter and more in-tune with your body, real-time feedback from our experts ensures that your fitness journey remains dynamic, adapting as you progress. And the adapting isn’t solely for your body - new challenges are a stimulant for your mind, as well. A comprehensive approach to fitness is a method of support that transcends the workout, becoming a physical and psychological feedback loop that embeds resilience into your long-term wellbeing.
2. Maximising Physical Performance:
The health and fitness world is beginning to appreciate that allied health professionals are not restricted to injury response alone. More and more people are utilising the services of these professionals to optimise their day-to-day gym performance and general wellbeing.
Frontier technology in the physiotherapy world can help you understand if your right leg is compensating for your left when you squat. A physio can then help you understand why this is happening - is it coming from instability in your hip flexors? Weak glutes? You’ll be surprised at how much your workouts benefit from knowing which parts of your body deserve more attention - suddenly everything starts to feel more aligned and each movement more effective.
Why do I always get achy behind my shoulders after bench press? I stretch all the time but I still can’t touch my toes. Why is my range of motion so poor when I squat? Remedial massage can assist to understand these day-to-day gym concerns, many of which are caused by inflammation or incorrect movement patterns. Utilising a massage therapist will allow you to break through these barriers, be more in touch with your body and help it get more from each workout you undertake.
After your session, you can conveniently walk upstairs to the PTs at Visions, who can seamlessly integrate these new understandings into your gym routine.
Hey presto. New level unlocked.
3. Injury Prevention + Rehabilitation:
A gym with allied health professionals and personal trainers offers a dual shield of injury prevention and rehabilitation. Our Personal Trainers will work closely with Mark, our physiotherapist, to proactively address potential weaknesses, thereby reducing the risk of injuries during your workouts. If you do happen to experience an injury, having professional treatment on hand can help guide you through the rehabilitation process, not only hastening the recovery of the injured area itself, but also helping prevent the collateral aches and tightnesses that muscles surrounding the injury can sometimes experience as they gallantly try to compensate for the injury itself.
In case of injury, the seamless transition between personal training and rehabilitation ensures a swift and effective recovery, keeping you on track toward your fitness goals. After that, a tailored fitness roadmap can ensure injuries are kept at bay long into the future.
4. Stress Relief + Mental Focus:
We all know the psychological benefits of exercise - we feel them each time we workout. But have you ever noticed how good it feels to walk out of a massage therapy session feeling lighter and more ‘in-tune’ with your body? Or when you leave a physio appointment feeling like you understand your body more? When we nurture our bodies and stay in-tune with them, it feels good.
Beyond the weights and cardio, on-site allied health sessions will directly contribute to overall stress relief and mental focus. It's a holistic approach to well-being that elevates not just your physical state but your mental resilience, helping you create a balanced harmony between mind and body.
5. Not Just Convenience, But Reassurance:
How many times have you nodded to a physio when they explain the exercises they’re giving you, but then get to the gym the following day having forgotten them? Or finding that the equipment required isn’t available at this gym?
Well, bid farewell to the logistical challenges of navigating between different health facilities. Like Visions, gym that house on-site allied health professionals allow you to be shown your new exercises in the gym itself. Leave the treatment room and walk upstairs to utilise the wide range of equipment Visions has to offer. What’s more, our PTs are under the same roof, ready to work alongside your physio or massage therapist and keep you on track. For one thing, it’s a time-saving convenience that allows you to invest more in your health and less in logistical hassles. But more importantly than that, it offers the reassurance that you will have integrated, collaborative guidance along every step of your health and fitness journey.
In conclusion, the appeal of a gym with on-site allied health professionals and personal trainers lies in the promise of a comprehensive, personalised, and convenient fitness journey. It's not just a gym; it's a transformative space where your health, performance, and overall well-being take centre stage. Plus, let’s be honest - Visions has never been just another gym.
Elevate your fitness experience, feel good about nurturing your body, embrace the benefits of this dynamic collaboration, and embark on a journey toward a healthier, stronger, and more balanced you.
Your well-being deserves nothing less.